2026 NFL Combine Underway in Indianapolis
The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine is underway in Indianapolis, where over 300 prospects are participating in drills to improve their draft positions. This year's event is noted for its deep talent pool at edge rusher and wide receiver. Analysts are watching for prospects who could significantly rise up draft boards based on their performance.
- Indianapolis will host the NFL Combine through at least 2028, a deal partially credited to the city's expanding convention center and hotel inventory. The 2025 combine generated $9.26 million in economic impact for the city, with over 30,000 fans in attendance. - The NFL's venture capital arm, 32 Equity, is an active investor in the sports landscape. Initially funded by a $1 million contribution from each of the 32 team owners, the fund has grown to over $250 million through subsequent capital calls and has backed companies like Fanatics and Hyperice. - A strategic investment by 32 Equity in apparel company NO
